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Lift chairs are recliners that assist the sitter into the standing position in addition to helping the sitter into the sitting position. This page will let you know how much you should pay for a lift chair based upon the average price for certain kinds of lift seats. It’ll also inform you how much upgrades should cost as well as where you can purchase them. We do not work for any lift seat maker and are biased against all of them. Continue reading to find all you must understand about lift recliners.

Amarillo, TX Power Lift Chair Recliner Reviews and Ratings

Here are our preferred lift chair recliners and who they’re good for. These chairs are just not as bad as locally purchased seats as delivery is free. As an extra plus, there’s typically no sales tax with on-line lift chair purchases. Click on one of the listings to view more details.

Types of Lift Chairs and Their Costs

There are three fundamental kinds of lift chairs: 2-position lift chairs, 3-position lift chairs, and infinite position lift chairs. Two position lift chairs are able to go into the sitting position and a 15 degree recline. They just have these two pre-set positions and the back can’t be moved independently from the foot rest. Three position lift chair recliners can go into the sitting position, a 15 degree recline, and a 45 degree recline. The back can not move independently from the ottoman. Infinite position lift chairs can go into any position (and hence are called ‘infinite position”) and footrest and the back can proceed independently. This is due to infinite position lift chairs having two motors. Some lift chairs can go into the Zero Gravity position, a position created by NASA to reduce join anxiety. Some can go into the Trendelenburg position, where the feet are above the heart.

Two Position Lift Chair Cost – Medical Recliner Chairs

The average cost for two position lift chair recliners is $769. There are relatively few 2 position lift chairs on the market and the lowest priced two position lift chair costs more than the lowest price 3 position lift chair. Should you be looking to spend less, there’s no point in buying a 2 position lift chair — it isn’t a good purchase.

Three Position Medical Lift Chair Cost

The average cost for three position lift chairs is $1,063. The lowest price three position lift chair is around $500. This is a bargain as Medicare can reimburse individuals $250 for a chair’s lifting mechanism. That means an individual can own a three position lift chair for about $250. This includes free freight shipping if you are purchasing it online. We highly recommend three position lift chairs for their value.

Three position lift chairs are a great value and have a wide variety of options. They cost as low as $500. Their average price is $1,063. Some cost almost $2,000 for individuals who want a luxury lift chair. We strongly recommend three position lift chairs. They have a better recliner experience than two position lift chairs and are reasonably priced.

Infinite Position Lift Chair Cost

The mean cost for an infinite position lift chairs recliner is $1,300. Infinite position lift chairs can be purchased for as low as $700, but those models are generally not comfortable. We don’t recommend the lowest price infinite position lift chairs but do urge midrange ones. Infinite position lift chairs have an advantage over three position lift seats in that they can go into any location and that their ottomans can be moved independently of their back. They are able to also lye completely flat. If one wishes to have these features, the price is subsequently justified.

Are you contemplating renting a lift chair? The price difference between renting a lift chair and buying a lift chair is not that much. Three-position lift chairs start out at $500 and, with a $250 medicare reimbursement, it will cost about $250. This includes free shipping. The lowest cost for a lift chair lease is $85/month plus a delivery fee. Some places charge as much as $110/week for a lift chair lease. Obviously, it is better to buy a low end lift seat instead of paying a monthly lease if you will need a lift chair for more than 3 months. If you desire it for less than 3 months you can even sell the lift chair afterward too. Below are retailers, some of which you can let a lift seat from if you need a lift chair for a few weeks.

Buy a Lift Chair or Buy a Used Lift Chair Recliner?

One can buy used lift chair recliners on E bay and Craigslist but, is it worth it? Lift chairs that are used are generally around $250 or more. The lowest cost 3-position lift chair is $500 so there’s some savings in buying an used lift seat if one will not qualify for Medicare’s $250 reimbursement. The savings can be great if one buys an used leather lift chair for $250. Apart from that, it’s risky as guarantees are only good for the first owner. We advocate individuals buy a new entry level lift seat recliner if they are considering an used elevator chair.

Lift Chairs’ Coverage by Medicare

Medicare has a rebate of $250 to $300 for people who are on Medicare part B and meet Medicare’s medical necessity condition. Those individuals can have the cost of the lifting mechanism within their lift chair recliner compensated by Medicare. Read about how to get the Medicare lift chair recliner rebate here.

Lift Chair Warranty

Below are the warranties for each company, in brief. Normally the frame, lifting and reclining mechanism is covered for a lifetime. Fabric is usually not covered. Everything else gets at least a 1 year warranty. This usually only applies to the first owner and in residential use.

Nex[Idea] – lifetime warranty on the lifting mechanism and wood frame. 6 months warranty on the fabric and 2 years warranty on the motor and remote control.

Catnapper – lifetime warranty on the reclining mechanism and frame. 5 year warranty on seat cushions, 3 year warranty on motor, and 1 year warranty on everything else besides fabric. Labor, packaging, and shipping is only covered in first year.

Franklin Furniture – reclining mechanism, metal parts, and frame are covered for a lifetime. Everything else is one year besides upholstery.

Golden Technologies – For most parts, 7 year warranty with years 4-7 prorated at 35%, 25%, 15%, and 5% respectively. Lifting mechanism, frame, and reclining mechanism are covered for a lifetime with subsidized labor for the first 3 years.

Med-Lift – For most models, lifetime warranty on frame, lifting mechanism, and scissoring hardware. Everything else is a 4 year warranty.

Mega Motion – lifetime warranty on the lift mechanism. 1 year on motor, remote control, scissoring mechanism, and control box.

Pride Mobility – lifetime warranty on lifting mechanism, reclining mechanism, and frame. 7 year warranty on motor, hand control unit, and control box with year 5-7 prorated at 25%, 15%, and 5%.

Ultra Comfort – For most models, lifetime warranty on frame, recline bar, and scissor mechanism. 7 year warranty on parts with years 4-7 prorated at 35%, 25%, 15%, and 5%. 3 years of mechanical labor and 1 year of electrical labor is covered.

Besides being available at an assortment of local shops like Franklin, Costco, Walgreens, Art Van Furniture, Value City Furniture, Sam’s Club, and Lazy Boy, Lift Chairs can be bought at the following local retailers. Some also sell other mobility devices such as pool lifts, electric scooters, wheelchairs, stair lifts, bed lifts, elevator, and medical equipment rental mobility scooters. Craigslist is also a good place to find new and used lift chairs. So you’re sure to find a quality product as the vast majority of the items are American furniture.

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Lift Chair Types & Positions

There are three types of lift chairs: two position lift chairs, three position lift chairs, and infinite position lift chairs.Two position lift chairs can go into the sitting and 15° recline position. The back and ottoman does not move independently.Three position lift chairs can go into the sitting, 15° recline, and 45° recline position. The back and ottoman does not move independently.Infinite position lift chairs can go recline into any position, even 90°. If an infinite position lift chair offers a Zero-gravity position, it means that the sitter's body is positioned in a way that reduces stress on the joints. The Trendelenburg position is one where the sitter's feet are higher than his/her head. The sleep position is one where the sitter lays flat.

Lift Chair Shipping & Handling

Lift chairs are shipped with freight shipping. A truck will come to one's house and drop the box off where it is convenient. This is usually the driveway but, for individuals with long driveways or are on dirt roads, it can mean around the block. Lift chairs weight at least 100 pounds so, be prepared with helpers to bring it inside. With most companies, the delivery person will not deliver the lift chair into one's home unless in-home delivery has been ordered. Lift chairs also require assembly. Once again, it costs extra (called "white glove delivery"). Have helpers for assembly. In conclusion, on delivery day, have 2 strong individuals who can bring the chair into the home and assembly the chair.

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